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- The July 6 blackout marked Cuba’s third power loss in six months after President Donald Trump halted oil shipments in January.
- Solar installations now supply about ten percent of Cuba’s electricity.
- Residents survive on three to four hours of power daily, limiting work and Wi-Fi.
- Cuban officials blamed the U.S. blockade and sanctions for the crisis.
- The U.S. State Department said President Trump is waiting for reforms before deeming Cuba investable.
